About the Gryphon Trio, the Los Angeles Times wrote “This is a piano trio that plays with strength and unanimity… big, bold, almost orchestral performances.” Winner of two Juno prizes, the trio now presents its excellent new album, Immortal and Beloved. Two of the three works heard on this recording – the “Archduke” Trio, Op. 97 (1811) and An die ferne Geliebte (“To the distant beloved”), Op. 98 (1816) – are composed by Beethoven. The third work, Letters to the Immortal Beloved (2012) by Canadian composer James K. Wright, is inspired by three passionate love letters written by Beethoven during the summer of 1812. With the participation of the reputed baritone singer David John Pike, this is a fascinating release.
